Trump steps up threats over Greenland, says US will intervene 'whether they like it or not'
Donald Trump has stepped up threats against Greenland, saying the US "will act, even without their consent", arguing that otherwise the territory could fall under the influence of Russia or China.
His statements have caused serious tensions with Denmark and its NATO allies, who have categorically rejected any idea of ??annexing the autonomous territory.
Meanwhile, the vast majority of Greenlanders and a very small portion of Americans oppose any intervention or invasion by the US.
New protests erupt in Iran as supreme leader signals swift action
New protests have erupted in multiple cities in Iran, as authorities have cut off the internet and violence during clashes has left dozens dead and thousands arrested.
Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei called the protesters "vandals" and "saboteurs," accusing them of serving foreign agendas and signaling an even harsher crackdown.
The protests, initially sparked by the economic crisis, have quickly transformed into calls for political change, while international organizations and European leaders have called for restraint and respect for human rights.
Britain, Germany and France call Russian attack on Oreshnik unacceptable
Britain, Germany and France have strongly condemned Russia's use of the Oreshnik hypersonic missile against Ukraine, calling the attack "escalating and unacceptable", while Kiev is investigating it as a war crime.
The missile struck critical infrastructure near the border with the EU and NATO, prompting calls for an international response, including emergency meetings of the UN Security Council and the Ukraine-NATO Council.
Russia admitted the attack, justifying it with unsubstantiated claims, while other massive attacks left casualties and left half of Kiev without heating in extreme temperatures.
Europe will do "everything it can" to support Syria, says von der Leyen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Europe would do "everything it can" to support Syria's recovery and reconstruction, after meeting with interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus.
The visit, the first of this level by the EU since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in December 2024, focused on reconstruction, humanitarian aid and the refugee issue, while the EU has completely lifted economic sanctions on Syria.
The European Union has pledged billions of euros in aid for 2025–2026, emphasizing support for a peaceful and inclusive transition led by Syrians themselves.
